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2021-2023 Altec Digger Derrick recall: boom/crane/ladder

Altec Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 11, 2023. It covers about 44 vehicles.

vehicles affected
44
reported
May 11, 2023
owners notified
Jul 7, 2023

Equipment: mechanical: boom/crane/ladder

What is wrong
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 DT85 Digger Derricks. The Boom pressure limiter may allow the boom to lift loads above the rated capacity and over the Hydraulic Overload Protection (HOP) setting.
Risk
Lifting loads above the boom capacity could overload the unit and cause instability, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will provide instructions to owners to test the boom lift pressure limiter setting and set it to the correct pressure, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3078.

Recall number 23V340000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 23V340000

Is there a recall on the 2021-2023 Altec Digger Derrick boom/crane/ladder?

Yes. Recall 23V340000, reported on May 11, 2023, covers about 44 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V340000?

Altec will provide instructions to owners to test the boom lift pressure limiter setting and set it to the correct pressure, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3078.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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